A pedestrian crosses the street instead of using the pedestrian tunnel provided. Who must yield?

The pedestrian must yield to all vehicles

Vehicles must yield to the pedestrian

Who may carry a white cane on a public street?

Blind, partially blind or disabled people

When may a person stand in the road to ask for a charitable contribution?

When authorized by the local authority over that road

Any time the traffic is stopped

Where should a pedestrian wait for the signal to change to “Walk”?

In the street at the edge of the lane

What should a pedestrian wear or carry when walking at night?

White or light clothing, or a light or reflector

Which side of a car should you get in and out of when possible?

Whichever side is closer to the driver

What does the handbook say about walking on a road after drinking alcohol?

Do not, since alcohol contributes to pedestrian crashes

It is safer than driving, so it is fine

It is allowed if you walk on the shoulder

What may local ordinances prohibit pedestrians from doing in a business district?

Crossing the road except in a crosswalk

You see a pedestrian trying to cross the street. What should you do?

Slow down, use the horn if necessary, and be ready to stop

Speed up to pass before they step out

Keep your speed, since you have the right-of-way

A pedestrian with a white cane is crossing. When must you bring your vehicle to a full stop?

If stopping is the only way to avoid injury or danger

What does a white cane carried by a pedestrian indicate?

The person may be blind, partially blind or disabled

The person is asking for a ride

Under Texas law, what is a bicycle?

A vehicle, with the same rights and duties as other drivers

A toy that may use only sidewalks

A pedestrian device with no traffic duties

You get a traffic ticket while riding a bicycle. Where is the conviction recorded?

Nowhere, bicycle tickets are not recorded

Only on a separate bicycle record

Which direction must a bicyclist ride?

Against traffic to see cars coming

On a one-way road with two or more marked lanes, where may a bicyclist ride?

As near as possible to the left curb or edge

Only in the center of the left lane

Bicyclists are riding two abreast on a road with marked lanes. What must they do?

Stay in a single lane and not impede traffic

Use two lanes, one rider in each

Ride against the flow of traffic

May a bicyclist ride on the shoulder of the road?

No, it is reserved for stopped vehicles

How may a bicyclist signal a right turn?

Left arm pointing up or right arm pointed horizontally

When may a slower bicyclist leave the right edge of the road?

When preparing for a left turn at an intersection

What may a bicyclist not carry?

A package that keeps them from having at least one hand on the handlebars

May a bicyclist hold on to a moving vehicle to be pulled along the road?

Yes, with the driver’s permission

What is one purpose of a shared lane marking?

To keep bicyclists away from the open doors of parked cars

To show a lane only bicycles may use

To mark where cars may not pass bicycles

How strong must a bicycle’s brake be?

Strong enough to make the wheels skid on dry, level, clean pavement

Strong enough to stop within 50 feet at 20 mph

Any brake is enough if the rider can drag a foot

Is a bicycle helmet required in Texas?

It may be, depending on local laws

In wet weather, which road surfaces should a bicyclist watch out for?

Manhole covers and painted stripes

Pedestrians and bicycles

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Questions and answers

Where should a pedestrian avoid crossing a street?

Between two intersections

Crossing in the middle of a street between intersections is dangerous.
Chapter 12 · Laws and Safety Tips for Pedestrians ↗PDF, 29 MB
There is no sidewalk. Which side of the road should a pedestrian walk on?

The left side, facing traffic

Without sidewalks, walk on the left side of the road and step off the pavement when a car approaches.
Chapter 12 · Laws and Safety Tips for Pedestrians ↗PDF, 29 MB
A pedestrian crosses a street away from a crosswalk at an intersection. Who has the right-of-way?

All vehicles

A pedestrian crossing anywhere other than a crosswalk at an intersection must yield to all vehicles.
Chapter 12 · Laws and Safety Tips for Pedestrians ↗PDF, 29 MB
A pedestrian crosses the street instead of using the pedestrian tunnel provided. Who must yield?

The pedestrian must yield to all vehicles

Skipping a provided tunnel or overhead crossing means the pedestrian must yield to all vehicles.
Chapter 12 · Laws and Safety Tips for Pedestrians ↗PDF, 29 MB
When crossing at a crosswalk, which side should a pedestrian keep to if possible?

The right

Pedestrians in a crosswalk should keep right when possible.
Chapter 12 · Laws and Safety Tips for Pedestrians ↗PDF, 29 MB
Who may carry a white cane on a public street?

Blind, partially blind or disabled people

Only blind, partially blind or disabled people may carry a white cane. Others must not display one.
Chapter 12 · Laws and Safety Tips for Pedestrians ↗PDF, 29 MB
When may a person stand in the road to ask for a charitable contribution?

When authorized by the local authority over that road

Standing in the road to solicit is not allowed, except for charity when the local authority authorizes it.
Chapter 12 · Laws and Safety Tips for Pedestrians ↗PDF, 29 MB
Where should a pedestrian wait for the signal to change to “Walk”?

On the curb

Wait on the curb, not in the street, until the signal turns green or reads Walk.
Chapter 12 · Laws and Safety Tips for Pedestrians ↗PDF, 29 MB
What should a pedestrian wear or carry when walking at night?

White or light clothing, or a light or reflector

At night, wear white or light colored clothing and carry a light or reflector.
Chapter 12 · Laws and Safety Tips for Pedestrians ↗PDF, 29 MB
Which side of a car should you get in and out of when possible?

The curb side

When possible, get in and out of cars on the curb side of the road.
Chapter 12 · Laws and Safety Tips for Pedestrians ↗PDF, 29 MB
What does the handbook say about walking on a road after drinking alcohol?

Do not, since alcohol contributes to pedestrian crashes

Alcohol is a contributing factor in pedestrian crashes, so do not walk on a road while under the influence.
Chapter 12 · Laws and Safety Tips for Pedestrians ↗PDF, 29 MB
What may local ordinances prohibit pedestrians from doing in a business district?

Crossing the road except in a crosswalk

Local authorities may ban crossing in a business district or designated highway except in a crosswalk.
Chapter 12 · Laws and Safety Tips for Pedestrians ↗PDF, 29 MB
You see a pedestrian trying to cross the street. What should you do?

Slow down, use the horn if necessary, and be ready to stop

Slow down, use your horn only if needed, and be prepared to stop.
Chapter 12 · Laws and Safety Tips for Motorists ↗PDF, 29 MB
A pedestrian with a white cane is crossing. When must you bring your vehicle to a full stop?

If stopping is the only way to avoid injury or danger

Take the needed precautions, and stop completely if that is the only way to avoid injuring or endangering the pedestrian.
Chapter 12 · Laws and Safety Tips for Motorists ↗PDF, 29 MB
What does a white cane carried by a pedestrian indicate?

The person may be blind, partially blind or disabled

A white cane signals that the person may be blind, partially blind or disabled.
Chapter 12 · Laws and Safety Tips for Motorists ↗PDF, 29 MB
Under Texas law, what is a bicycle?

A vehicle, with the same rights and duties as other drivers

A bicycle is a vehicle, and its rider has the rights and responsibilities of a driver where they can apply.
Chapter 13 · Bicycle Traffic Laws ↗PDF, 29 MB
You get a traffic ticket while riding a bicycle. Where is the conviction recorded?

On your driver record

Traffic convictions go on your driver record whether committed on a bicycle or in a motor vehicle.
Chapter 13 · Bicycle Traffic Laws ↗PDF, 29 MB
Which direction must a bicyclist ride?

With the flow of traffic

Always ride with the flow of traffic and never against it.
Chapter 13 · Bicycle Traffic Laws ↗PDF, 29 MB
On a one-way road with two or more marked lanes, where may a bicyclist ride?

As near as possible to the left curb or edge

On such a one-way road, a bicyclist may ride as near as possible to the left curb or edge.
Chapter 13 · Bicycle Traffic Laws ↗PDF, 29 MB
Bicyclists are riding two abreast on a road with marked lanes. What must they do?

Stay in a single lane and not impede traffic

Riders two abreast on a laned road must stay within one lane and not block the flow of traffic.
Chapter 13 · Bicycle Traffic Laws ↗PDF, 29 MB
May a bicyclist ride on the shoulder of the road?

Yes

Bicyclists are allowed to ride on the shoulder.
Chapter 13 · Bicycle Traffic Laws ↗PDF, 29 MB
How does a bicyclist signal a left turn?

Left arm pointed horizontally

A left arm held straight out signals a left turn.
Chapter 13 · Bicycle Traffic Laws ↗PDF, 29 MB
How may a bicyclist signal a right turn?

Left arm pointing up or right arm pointed horizontally

A right turn is signaled with the left arm up or the right arm held straight out.
Chapter 13 · Bicycle Traffic Laws ↗PDF, 29 MB
How does a bicyclist signal a stop?

Left arm pointed downward

A left arm pointed down signals a stop.
Chapter 13 · Bicycle Traffic Laws ↗PDF, 29 MB
A bicyclist moving slower than traffic need not keep to the right in an outside lane narrower than what width?

14 feet

In an outside lane under 14 feet wide with no bike lane next to it, the rider may move away from the right edge.
Chapter 13 · Bicycle Traffic Laws ↗PDF, 29 MB
When may a slower bicyclist leave the right edge of the road?

When preparing for a left turn at an intersection

Preparing for a left turn is one of the exceptions to riding near the right curb.
Chapter 13 · Bicycle Traffic Laws ↗PDF, 29 MB
What may a bicyclist not carry?

A package that keeps them from having at least one hand on the handlebars

Never carry anything that prevents keeping at least one hand on the handlebars.
Chapter 13 · Bicycle Traffic Laws ↗PDF, 29 MB
May a bicyclist hold on to a moving vehicle to be pulled along the road?

No, never

Never attach a bicycle or a person to a moving streetcar or vehicle on a road.
Chapter 13 · Bicycle Traffic Laws ↗PDF, 29 MB
What is one purpose of a shared lane marking?

To keep bicyclists away from the open doors of parked cars

Shared lane markings help bicyclists position themselves to avoid doors of parked vehicles, and they encourage safe passing.
Chapter 13 · Shared Lane Marking ↗PDF, 29 MB
How strong must a bicycle’s brake be?

Strong enough to make the wheels skid on dry, level, clean pavement

Every bicycle needs a brake that can make the wheels skid on dry, level, clean pavement.
Chapter 13 · Bicycles Must Be Properly Equipped ↗PDF, 29 MB
At night, from how far ahead must a bicycle’s white front lamp be visible?

At least 500 feet

A bicycle used at night needs a front lamp with white light visible from at least 500 feet ahead.
Chapter 13 · Bicycles Must Be Properly Equipped ↗PDF, 29 MB
At night, a bicycle’s red rear reflector must be visible from what distances?

50 to 300 feet

The red, DPS-approved rear reflector must be visible from 50 to 300 feet. A red rear light may be added.
Chapter 13 · Bicycles Must Be Properly Equipped ↗PDF, 29 MB
What may a hearing-impaired bicycle rider display?

A safety flag

Hearing-impaired riders may display a safety flag on the bicycle.
Chapter 13 · Bicycles Must Be Properly Equipped ↗PDF, 29 MB
Is a bicycle helmet required in Texas?

It may be, depending on local laws

Whether a helmet is required depends on your local laws.
Chapter 13 · Bicycle Safety Guidelines ↗PDF, 29 MB
In wet weather, which road surfaces should a bicyclist watch out for?

Manhole covers and painted stripes

Water makes manhole covers and painted stripes slick, and it can hide potholes.
Chapter 13 · Riding in Wet Weather ↗PDF, 29 MB